Bath Mats and Non-Slip Safety

## What You Need to Know About Non-Slip Mats

The bathroom is an incredibly important room in the home, and ensuring safety is paramount. Wet and slippery tiles can quickly become dangerously slick, leading to falls. A non-slip mat significantly reduces the risk of falls, enhancing safety in the bathroom.

A non-slip bath mat is a staple in most bathrooms because everyone can benefit from its safety features. Elderly individuals or those with mobility challenges, in particular, will find a non-slip bath mat beneficial, as they are at greater risk of falling.

Not only does a non-slip mat provide safety, but it also offers enhanced comfort. Standing on the bath mat feels wonderfully soft and comfortable underfoot, and it prevents you from stepping directly onto a cold bathroom floor.

## Which Mat Should I Choose?

A non-slip bath mat is an easy and affordable way to increase bathroom safety. In our store, you'll find various bath mats and other non-slip options tailored to most needs. If you're uncertain about which product to choose, read on:

**For the Shower**: Using a non-slip mat under the shower is a great idea if you feel unsteady while bathing. We particularly recommend a bath mat with drainage holes for easy water runoff or a non-slip bath mat with small suction cups underneath. When using one of these mats, remember to let the water run first to ensure the suction cups secure properly. This is especially important in bathtubs, where the risk of slipping is higher. Make sure the bath mat is firmly attached.

**For the Bathtub**: You can also use non-slip bath mats in the bathtub, but non-slip strips for the bathtub can be a practical alternative. These self-adhesive strips can be easier to manage than a bath mat, especially concerning hygiene and cleaning.

**For the Bathroom Floor**: Consider choosing a non-slip rubber bath mat to place by the sink or toilet. If you want a slip-resistant solution for the entire bathroom floor, you can opt for our AntiSlip spray, applied across the area or as needed. This clever spray creates an invisible non-slip layer on the tiles, lasting 3-4 years. The floor can be cleaned as normal.

**For Other Rooms**: At Seniorshop, we also offer non-slip options suitable for other rooms in the home, such as the living room and kitchen. These could be a stylish non-slip mat available in various colors or a cut-to-size non-slip base to use under rugs, for instance.

Our non-slip bath mats come in various sizes, and you should choose one that fits your bathroom's size. Select the size when placing the item in your cart. Many of our non-slip solutions are also available in different colors, allowing you to match your preference.

## Where to Use a Non-Slip Mat

Water and soap aren't the ideal mix for safety, which is why many people use a non-slip bath mat in the bathroom or other non-slip products, such as strips for the bathtub.

Place a non-slip mat where you frequently move around in the bathroom and where you feel most at risk of slipping or falling. Common spots for a non-slip mat are in the shower, by the sink, or by the toilet. You can certainly use more than one non-slip mat if space allows.

## How to Clean Your Non-Slip Mat

All you need for cleaning your bath mat is water and ordinary soap. It is recommended to hang the bath mat to dry occasionally to prevent bacterial growth and maintain better hygiene in the bath. Avoid using a washing machine and dryer. Don’t forget to clean the surface where the bath mat lays, such as the bathtub or shower area.